Notary Knowledge Podcast

Notary Knowledge by Derrick Spruill

Production Team

Derrick Spruill
Creator & Executive Producer

Eddie Montes Travis
Program Co-Host

Marylyn Lee Trotter

Program Co-Host

NOTARY KNOWLEDGE

Notary Knowledge by Derrick Spruill is a comprehensive, daily podcast that serves as a definitive resource for the notarization industry. Created by Derrick Spruill and hosted by Eddie Montes Travis and Marylyn Lee Trotter, this show explores the profession from both sides of the signing table, blending legal compliance with entrepreneurial strategy.

What the Podcast Covers
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Core Notary Skills: We jump into foundational topics like proper identity verification, maintaining the notary journal, understanding different notarial acts, and navigating complex situations like foreign language documents.
Business & Marketing Strategy: Practical advice for building and scaling a mobile notary business. Episodes frequently cover the Notary Knowledge by Derrick Spruill Bible Series, leveraging Google Business profiles, managing travel logistics, and structuring travel fees.
Industry & Legislative Updates: Keeps notaries up to date on evolving state guidelines, regulatory shifts (such as upcoming curriculum changes), and the expanding landscape of Remote Online Notarization (RON).
Niche Opportunities: Explores specialized, high-demand areas for mobile notaries, such as providing services within correctional facilities or partnering with real estate and legal professionals.

Target Audience
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Active Notaries: The show functions as a daily masterclass for both seasoned veterans and newly commissioned public officials who want to refine their skills, stay compliant, and turn their commission into a thriving business.
The General Public: It also aims to demystify the notarization process for everyday individuals, explaining why certain documents (like a Power of Attorney) require a notary, the importance of proper identification, and what to expect during a signing appointment.

Don't just be listeners of the knowledge, but be doers of the knowledge. This is Notary Knowledge.

This closing mantra is a direct call to action from Eddie and Marylyn. It bridges the gap between passive education and active execution, reminding the audience that understanding notarial law and business strategy is only half the battle. To truly embody the show's mission, listeners are challenged to take practical steps:

Execute with Confidence: Apply best practices at the signing table, ensuring every stamp, identity verification, and journal entry is flawlessly and legally executed.
Build the Business: Take the marketing strategies discussed on the show—such as optimizing local search presence or adjusting travel fees—and actively implement them in the field.
Adapt and Evolve: Shift from simply hearing about industry changes to actively participating in them, whether that means securing new certifications or adapting to new state-specific guidelines.

Ultimately, the catchphrase serves as a daily challenge: step away from the podcast, pick up your stamp, and step into the role of a proactive, compliant, and highly successful notary public.